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Hike to the top of Madeira’s highest peaks: Pico do Areeiro & Pico Ruivo (Half-day)

Pico Areeiro hike
Pico Areeiro hike
Pico Areeiro hike
Pico Areeiro hike

Hike to the three highest peaks in the Madeira island, Portugal (Areeiro, das Torres and Ruivo) on a challenging half-day adventure with one of our local hiking guides.

Group

1/2 Day

May - Oct

High

Intermediate


Highlights

* Follow a challenging path with breathtaking rewarding views.

* Ascend the 3 highest peaks of the island.

* Discover unique rock formations and exotic flora along the way.

Description

Follow us for a wonderful and challenging morning hike to the three highest peaks in Madeira, Portugal. Beginning at Pico do Areeiro, this beautiful hike through the central Mountain Massif that we carry out every Friday will give you outstanding views of the island and its flora and fauna. Join us!

This demanding hike, known as PR1, connects the three highest peaks of the island: Pico Areeiro (1810 m), Pico das Torres (1851 m) and Pico Ruivo (1862 m), in that order. On the last peak, you’ll be able to enjoy panoramic views of the whole island, including Curral das Freiras, Porto Santo, Desertas, and Ponta de São Lourenço, from three lookout points. We’ll go through Achada do Teixeira on our way down.

This challenging hike covers 9 kilometers that we’ll accomplish in approximately 4 hours. The whole path is covered in marvelous rock formations, high-altitude endemic vegetation and exotic birds.

So, what are you waiting for? Send your request and we’ll take you on a splendid hiking trip in Madeira that you’ll never forget! 

We also offer other hikes in the Madeira island to the Levada do Furado and Levada do Caldeirão Verde. Make sure to check them out if you are looking for more exciting options for your vacation.

Price includes

- Guiding fee

Price details

Prices are per person to join a group.


FAQs

What are some recommended accommodations near our adventure location?

We understand that finding the perfect place to stay is an essential part of your adventure experience. To help you with this, we’ve curated a list of three highly recommended hotels that offer comfort, convenience, and a touch of local charm. These accommodations are well-suited for adventurers looking to relax and rejuvenate after an exciting day of exploration
Savoy Gardens Hotel Funchal Portugal
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Hotel Madeira Funchal Portugal
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Hotel Escola Funchal Portugal
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About the guide

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Flora

Hiking Guide

FloraTravel Madeira is a Travel Agency which specializes in organising group and individual Tours in Madeira.

Our Travel Agency, whose name is a tribute to the multifaceted richness of the flora of the archipelago, aims at providing our guests with the most complete and genuine knowledge and impressions of Madeira, thus ensuring a unique and unforgettable experience.

Whether you are interested in touring for leisure or for scientific study, our team's competence, dynamism and dedication will respond to your wishes and interests, and thus contribute to the success of your tour.

Languages

Portuguese


What people are saying about Explore-Share

Kumari

5.00

I’m extremely happy with the ease with which I could book via your site reliable and experienced guide. Thank you so very much, and I’ve started to recommend your site to my friends. Dimitris is not only an awesome guide, but a wonderful person who was always looking out to give me the best experience I can have when he found out how much I love climbing! He is the Best!

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5.00

I am very pleased with Explore-Share! This was my first international climb, and the communication and response time were great. Herbie is a very skilled guide and very efficient. The entire booking process & payment was smooth. I will definitely use Explore-Share again. Thank you.

Greg

5.00

I was looking for a local guide for a hike I was planning and came across Explore-Share. They seemed to have good reviews and so decided to give them a try. The experience was very positive and completely happy with their service. I will be using them again for next trip.

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5.00

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Lesley

4.00

Thank you explore-share for a wonderful via feratta experience. We have been wanting to learn for a long time but don't have the facilities in Scotland. The guide Mitja was extremely helpful and knowledgeable, answering all my many questions and providing advice. On the day head to take another group but he quickly arranged another guide Borut, who was brilliant. We had a fantastic morning learning via ferrata at Hvadnik in the gorge. It gave us the confidence to later hire our own equipment and go out in Mojstrana. Altogether a five star + experience. Thank you.

 

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